Located in Anderson, Indiana, Mounds State park is a historic site built up of 10 different earthworks. The largest of these earthworks is thought to have been constructed sometime around 160 B.C.E. and was utilized for religious ceremonies by prehistoric Native Americans . The history of this site alone would make it an interesting place to take your class, particularly when studying Native American history. Throughout the month of October various activities such as leaf identification, bird watching, and Fall festivals are offered. Programs are free (as noted on the calendar of events), however a park admission charge is required. Information on events being held at Mounds, that your class may be interested in, may be found at their website.
Suggested Field Trip Activities
Have the students tell what they think Native Americans used the earthworks for before explaining the actual history of the area. Inspire creativity!
Search for fossils.
Practice tree and leaf identification.
Mounds State Park
4306 Mounds Rd
Anderson, IN 46017-1837
(765) 642-6627
Located in Anderson, Indiana, Mounds State park is a historic site built up of 10 different earthworks. The largest of these earthworks is thought to have been constructed sometime around 160 B.C.E. and was utilized for religious ceremonies by prehistoric Native Americans . The history of this site alone would make it an interesting place to take your class, particularly when studying Native American history. Throughout the month of October various activities such as leaf identification, bird watching, and Fall festivals are offered. Programs are free (as noted on the calendar of events), however a park admission charge is required. Information on events being held at Mounds, that your class may be interested in, may be found at their website.Suggested Field Trip Activities
Have the students tell what they think Native Americans used the earthworks for before explaining the actual history of the area. Inspire creativity!
Search for fossils.
Practice tree and leaf identification.
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References
Mounds State Park Site
WIkipedia: Mounds State Park
Article: Mounds State Park
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Bird Watching Books for Kids
The Mound Builders Book
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Leaf Identification Site
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